Product Description
PACKING:
160x100ml
COMPOSITION:
Each 5ml contains
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Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide
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I.P.
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5 mg
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Bromhexine Hydrochloride
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I.P.
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4 mg
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Chlorpheniramine Maleate
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I.P.
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2 mg
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In a flavored mentholated syrupy base
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MECHANISM OF ACTION:
Dextromethorphan suppresses cough by central action on the cough center in the medulla. Bromhexine Hydrochloride is a mucolytic agent which liquefies thick, tenacious sputum. The viscosity of sputum is reduced by dissolving mucopolysaccharide fibers. It also improves mucociliary clearance of secretions. Chlorpheniramine competitively antagonizes histamine at H1 receptor sites.
INDICATIONS:
It is used to treat respiratory diseases associated with viscid or excessive mucus. It restores the physiological clearance mechanisms of the respiratory tract, which play an essential role in the body’s natural defence mechanisms.
CONTRAINDICATIONS:
Hypersensitivity to any ingredient of the product.
PRECAUTIONS:
Shake well before use. Avoid overmedication.
It May cause drowsiness in an occasional patient, so sedative materials like alcohol should be avoided.
It May cause drowsiness in an occasional patient, so sedative materials like alcohol should be avoided.
DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Hypersensitivity crisis in patients receiving MAOIs and drugs like amiodarone, fluoxetine, and haloperidol affects the metabolism. It enhances the effects of sedatives like alcohol, barbiturates, hypnotics, and opioid analgesics.
SIDE-EFFECTS:
Dizziness, dry mouth, and G.I disturbances may occur. Excitation, confusion, and respiratory depression may occur after overdose.
DOSAGE:
As directed by the physician.
STORAGE:
- Store at a temperature below 25oC out of reach of children.
- Do not freeze.
PRESENTATION: 100ml bottle
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